Las Vegas Raiders: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Michael Mayer News / Athlon Sports / October 16

Michael Mayer’s Extension with Raiders is Looking More Puzzling as Season Progresses

Just before the start of the season the Raiders handed out an extension to their backup tight end Michael Mayer. Keeping Mayer around was not a mistake, but making him one of the highest-paid tight ends in the NFL is certainly looking foolish. Mayer signed a three-year deal worth $45 million.

NFL News / Athlon Sports / October 16

Maxx Crosby Praises Josh Allen's Work 'in the Dark' Before the Bills Visit Las Vegas

Maxx Crosby has been chasing Josh Allen since their college days, and the Las Vegas Raiders edge rusher likes what the Buffalo Bills quarterback has grown into.

NFL News / Las Vegas Raiders on SI / October 16

Raiders vs. Bills: 3 Key Matchups To Watch

The Las Vegas Raiders and head coach Klint Kubiak are looking ahead to Sunday afternoon at home, where they host the Buffalo Bills, who are coming off a big overtime win against the Los Angeles Rams on Monday night.

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The '2nd-most TD-passes by NFL team' quiz

How many of the quarterbacks who have thrown the second-most touchdowns for each NFL team can you name in five minutes?

The 'Youngest 4K-yard NFL QBs' quiz

The 'Rookie passing leader by team' quiz

The 'Last 3-TD playoff game by NFL team' quiz

Jalen Nailor News / Athlon Sports / October 16

Can Jalen Nailor Provide a Boost to the Raiders’ Offense?

The Raiders could be getting a receiver back this week. Jalen Nailor missed Week 5 due to a concussion, but he returned to practice on Thursday in a non-contact jersey. With Nailor and Jack Bech out last week, former practice squad player Cody White had to step up as the number two wide receiver.

NFL News / Yardbarker

Ranking the NFL's backup quarterbacks for the 2026 season

A few trades have rearranged the NFL's backup quarterback ranks, but the dust has mostly settled. From a mix of recent first-round disappointments, aging vets, and young project types, here is how the league's QB2 ranks look for the 2026 season.

NFL News / Las Vegas Raiders on SI / October 16

Biggest Challenges Bills Will Present Raiders This Week

The Las Vegas Raiders have lost consecutive games and now have a daunting Week 6 matchup against the Buffalo Bills. This upcoming stretch feels like a make-or-break part of the season for the Raiders, who have multiple top-flight opponents coming up on the horizon.

Las Vegas Raiders News / Las Vegas Raiders on SI / October 16

Raiders' Week 6 Depth Chart: Analyzing Potential Changes

The Las Vegas Raiders have spent the week focusing on solidifying their rebuilding roster. Las Vegas looks to snap its two-game losing streak at home on Sunday.

Adam Butler News / Las Vegas Raiders on SI / October 16

Mr. Consistency: Raiders’ Adam Butler Dominating as a 'Beast'

HENDERSON, Nev.—The Las Vegas Raiders (3-2) face a legitimate Super Bowl contender on Sunday as the Buffalo Bills (4-1) and their elite franchise QB, Josh Allen, come to town.

NFL News / The Raider Ramble / October 16

Raiders Get Exposed by Patriots in Brutal Reality Check

The Las Vegas Raiders arrived at Gillette Stadium on Sunday as a 3-1 team fresh off pushing Kansas City into the final minute. They left 3-2, beaten by four touchdowns, outgained 536 yards to 306, and were exposed in ways that are hard to spin.

Las Vegas Raiders News / TWSN / October 16

You Should Trade for Ashton Jeanty in Fantasy Football

Ashton Jeanty has been one of the most confusing players to evaluate for fantasy football, given that the Las Vegas Raiders have not made his life easy.

Las Vegas Raiders News / Las Vegas Raiders on SI / October 15

Three Storylines I'm Watching Most in Raiders' Matchup vs. Bills

The Las Vegas Raiders look to end their losing streak at two games with a win over the Buffalo Bills at home on Sunday. Las Vegas is in the middle of a stretch of games against four of the league's best teams.

NFL News / Yardbarker

25 NFL players who could retire after the 2026 season

NFL stars can't play forever, and retirement is coming sooner than later for some of the league's top players. These 25 players could call it quits following the 2026 season.

Maxx Crosby News / NFL on ClutchPoints / October 15

1 player Raiders must trade before 2026 NFL trade deadline

The Las Vegas Raiders have a difficult decision to make before the 2026 NFL trade deadline, and it starts with the face of their franchise. Maxx Crosby remains one of the best defensive players in football, but keeping him around for another season of losing might not be the best move for either side.

Ashton Jeanty News / NFL on ClutchPoints / October 15

Raiders’ Ashton Jeanty shuts down injury concern with extremely encouraging update

The Las Vegas Raiders have lost their last two games, and it didn’t make anything better when concerns started to come up about Ashton Jeanty’s health.

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The '35-TD, 10-INT NFL seasons' quiz

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Klint Kubiak News / A to Z Sports / October 15

Las Vegas Raiders HC Klint Kubiak is opening up position battles at critical spots once again as they prep for the Buffalo Bills

The Las Vegas Raiders are in a good position with their rebuild, but to keep winning, they have to get the best out of their players, including at cornerback.

NFL News / Athlon Sports / October 15

Will the Raiders Run Defense Hold Up Against the Bills?

The Raiders are reeling. After a 3-0 start, Las Vegas has dropped two straight games and the defense has been torched. With the Bills coming to town, the defense won’t get much of a break this week. Over the last two weeks the Raiders have the least efficient defense in the NFL.

Brock Bowers News / Athlon Sports / October 15

3 Stats that Prove Brock Bowers is the Best Tight End in the NFL

Everyone knows the Raiders’ best skill position player is Brock Bowers. But no one can stop him. Even after undergoing knee surgery just before the start of the season and missing two games, Bowers is on a tear and proving to be the best tight end in the NFL.

Nick Sanchez News / EssentiallySports / October 15

Ex-FOX Analyst Mark Sanchez Reaches Settlement With Truck Driver After Stabbing Incident

Mark Sanchez finally seems to be getting a break from his civil lawsuit against Perry Tole, as both parties are working toward an agreement. Mark Sanchez has agreed in principle to settle a civil lawsuit filed by truck driver Perry Tole.

Las Vegas Raiders News / Yardbarker / October 14

Raiders' Kirk Cousins reportedly in no danger of being benched after Fernando Mendoza appearance

First-year Las Vegas Raiders head coach Klint Kubiak sat veteran quarterback Kirk Cousins to give No. 1 overall draft pick Fernando Mendoza some playing time late in the club's 45-17 loss at the New England Patriots this past Sunday.

Josh Allen sends warning to Bills players about trip to Vegas, reflects on ending overtime losing streak

Three Takeaways From the Raiders’ 45-17 Loss to the Patriots

Two-minute drill: Intriguing primetime matchups, sloppy NFC East, Texans trade for Marvin Harrison Jr. and more

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Brian Flores News / Dice City Sports / October 14

Unsealed Brian Flores Memo Puts Raiders’ Coaching Search Under New Scrutiny

LAS VEGAS — A document prepared during the Las Vegas Raiders’ most recent head-coaching search has placed the organization in the middle of Brian Flores’ ongoing discrimination lawsuit against the NFL.

Las Vegas Raiders News / The Raider Ramble / October 14

Kubiak Calls Raiders Running Back Dylan Laube an ‘Ascending Player’

Dylan Laube is earning Klint Kubiak’s trust, but the Las Vegas Raiders’ struggling run game raises a bigger question: Is it time for the young back to get more opportunities?

Fernando Mendoza News / Pro Football Rumors / October 14

Door Opening For Fernando Mendoza Move Into Raiders’ Starting Lineup

After a narrow loss to the Chiefs in Week 4, the Raiders were on the losing end of a 45-17 result in Foxborough. The Patriots loss concluded with the visitors giving Fernando Mendoza his first NFL reps, and discussions about when to make the transition to the No.

Las Vegas Raiders News / The Raider Ramble / October 13

The Raiders’ Free Agent Gamble Is Already Backfiring

The Las Vegas Raiders made key moves in free agency to change their fortunes in 2026. So far, the results have been hard to ignore for all the wrong reasons.